Strategic Information Security Leader

The California State University; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Channel Islands seeks an Administrator II to lead the University Information Security program, overseeing policy development, risk assessment, and compliance across CSU and regulatory requirements.

The role focuses on coordinating security education, incident handling, and collaboration with campus stakeholders to maintain a robust security posture. A strong leadership background and advanced certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required; advanced degree preferred.
• Eight to ten years of experience in IT security, IT risk management, and general IT.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead University Information Security program and establish security architecture, controls, policies, standards, processes, and procedures.
• Provide regular assessments of security posture and compliance with CSU and external requirements.
• Develop and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures; coordinate with ITS offices and governance groups.
• Coordinate education and training on information security and privacy for employees, students, and authorized users.
• Serve as campus compliance officer for state and federal information security policies; prepare reports for external agencies.

Skills

IT Security

Risk Management

Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CISSP Certification

CISM Certification

CISA Certification

Job description

California State University, Channel Islands seeks an Administrator II to lead the University Information Security program, overseeing policy development, risk assessment, and compliance across CSU and regulatory requirements.

The role focuses on coordinating security education, incident handling, and collaboration with campus stakeholders to maintain a robust security posture. A strong leadership background and advanced certifications are preferred.